University of Northern Iowa
University Information
The University of Northern Iowa's Study Abroad Center (SAC) offers academic opportunities in over 30 countries and administers over 20 faculty-led programs. SAC programs range in duration from 2 weeks to one year and allow students to earn UNI credit while studying abroad. Programs are designed to accommodate student’s program of study.
Important Dates and Deadlines
October 1 for Spring semester programs
October 15 for Winter Break programs
December 1 for Spring Break programs
February 15 for Summer programs
March 1 for Fall semester programs
"I feel like I'm three steps ahead of everyone my age. I gained so much knowledge I think it is itching to get out! I know my experience will help me in the future when I get a full time job."
Katie L University of Northern Iowa
"Life is different outside the U.S. I learned to appreciate things more."
Jordan E University of Northern Iowa
"great experience in Africe. Great people and saw a lot of animals~"
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I gained a lot of insight about my personal desire to study abroad. I believe it was worthwhile. "
A student University of Northern Iowa
"My trip to England and Wales was well worth my time! I loved how friendly the people were in Wales and how beautiful it was! London was an eye opening experience, just seeing how big the city is! Seeing how the people commute around the city and just their behavior was amazing. I couldn't be more blessed to have had an wonderful..."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"This experience, like all my travels, was amazing. It was most definitely worthwhile. The difference from all my other travels is that I took on the role of a teacher, but learned that everyone involved (including us teachers) were still the students, and we all learned from each other. My students taught me about myself, about ..."
Liz B University of Northern Iowa
"I gained a greater appreciation for all countries and people of the world, including my own along with all of the many gifts and luxuries that I have at home. I became a more worldly person knowing now that America does not necessarily do 'it' the best. "
Jonathan B University of Northern Iowa
"It was my first time abroad, so I learned a lot on this trip. I learned about the Italian culture, which made me realize some things about our own culture. Also, I learned that I cannot wait to travel again! This experience was definitely worthwhile!"
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I learned alot about the Chinese culture and how it differs from the American culture and it was definitely worthwhile and I'd do it all over again if I had the chance."
Connie C University of Northern Iowa
"I learned that those in the U.S. could live much more simply and still be very happy. I also was able to experience the closeness of families. I also learned that the people can be helped the best if they are given the opportunity of education so that they can create positive change themselves."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I learned a lot of contextual things, and yes it was worthwhile."
jbancroftsmithe University of Northern Iowa
"I gained a new perspective of the world we live in by experiencing life in a new country. It was definitely worthwhile! "
Lindsey L University of Northern Iowa
"A new appreciation of non-American culture. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I learned a lot about many different cultures and how other countries have been developed/how they function now. It was soooooo worth it!"
Nicole L University of Northern Iowa
"From this experience, I learned more about how other cultures approach environmental issues. I will be able to use this in my future studies. I enjoyed seeing many famous sites, like Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and Stonehenge. After going on this amazing group trip, I feel more confident in my abilities to navigate new places an..."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I learned a lot about the culture over there, this trip was definitely worthwhile."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I learned so much about the culture in Chile, but also about my own culture. I have a much greater respect for people that come to the U.S. to learn English; it must be very challenging for them. I believe that after traveling to Chile, I can now easily have a conversation in Spanish and be able to understand someone else. I ..."
Dawn K University of Northern Iowa
"I have gained more friends and am able to be more social in a group setting then before going ton the trip. It was definitely worthwhile. "
A student University of Northern Iowa
"Very worthwhile. I learned so much about ancient cultures and even new ones and how they evolved over time. I also learned about the environment and how societies can factor into the destruction of natural resources. Another thing I had the opportunity to do was go on an archeological dig, which summed up all of my knowledge I l..."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I gained knowledge of myself and the world around me. It was worthwhile!"
A student University of Northern Iowa
"It was worthwhile because I learned about the world in a global perspective."
Clare S University of Northern Iowa
"I learned a ton about Greek history and art, it was quite worthwhile"
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I've learned that there are many things in my life that I have taken for granted, and that so many of the things i do on a daily basis are so insignificant compared to what so many people across india and many other countries go through."
Mark L University of Northern Iowa
"SO WORTHWHILE!! The service learning projects we worked with changed my life. I am looking into doing a long term volunteer program next year because of what I experienced while working with the orphanage. I also saw and did so many awesome things while in South Africa that I wouldn't have had a chance to do anywhere else in the..."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"Yes, it was very worthwhile."
erin.harrity University of Northern Iowa
